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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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